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My Datsun 280Z "Rustoration"


HaZmatt

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So I got some goodies in today. Plus it was a snow day for me so I got to install everything. 

 

Thermostat housing (240Z)

Thermostat kit (OEM Nissan)

Heater/Radiator hoses (OEM Nissan)

Water inlet (240Z)

New water temp sensor

 

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Here is the difference between the 280Z (bottom) and the 240Z water inlet. I didnt need the extra bung for the intake manifold heater so this worked great.Only problem is the bung for the heater hose is slightly larger, so I will need to get a reducer.

 

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Installed. 

 

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The new 240Z thermostat housing has only 2 holes for sensors. Since I switched to carbs I only need the 1 for the water temp, the other hole I will cap off.

 

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I had to grind off about an 1/8th inch off my header for the Thermostat housing to fit properly

 

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My lower radiator hose installed

 

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Hey Matt-did you have any problems with flash rust after this thing was media blasted? I'm trying to plan my resto when the time comes.

Where are you sourcing your oe Nissan parts? I was pretty much laughed at when I called Woodman Nissan in Colorado Springs the other day for radiator hoses .

Also, did you do anything for rust prevention inside of the frame rails besides where you cut rust out?

Man I'm jealous of all that shiny hardware! :D

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Hey Matt-did you have any problems with flash rust after this thing was media blasted? I'm trying to plan my resto when the time comes.

Where are you sourcing your oe Nissan parts? I was pretty much laughed at when I called Woodman Nissan in Colorado Springs the other day for radiator hoses .

Also, did you do anything for rust prevention inside of the frame rails besides where you cut rust out?

Man I'm jealous of all that shiny hardware! :D

 

I had a little flash rust in the rear wheel wells from when I towed it home, and hit a few puddles on the way. But other than that I think its too dry here to flash rust. I think it sat for a good 6 months before getting primer on it. 

 

I got all these parts from Z Specialties Online or DatsunStore.com. 

 

I used Eastwood Internal Frame coating for inside all the rails and Eastwood Anti-rust coating inside all the areas like door panels and rear quarter panels.

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Matt, it is just a joy to look through your photos, the level of detail is terrific. How far are you from

starting her and going for the first drive?

 

Thank you Grannyknot! I got a lot of inspiration from your thread. Theres still quite a checklist for me but im getting pretty close. 

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I can smell the finish line!

 

Purchased all my fluids

 

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New fuel pressure gauge

 

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Picked up these bad boys!

 

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Installed the coil, I was happy that I was able to use the factory bracket with a little modification. 

 

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Now I just need to wire up the 6AL and button up a few minor things and I should be running this weekend!!!!   :)  :)

 

Wish me luck!

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